New Odisha Age

Category: Administration

Cuttack Road Linking Press Chowk to Madhupatna Turns Hazardous, Commuters Seek Urgent Repairs

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: A key road connecting Press Chowk to Madhupatna alongside NH-16 has deteriorated significantly, with numerous potholes and deep craters making daily commuting difficult and raising safety concerns. The damaged stretch connects several important localities, including Khannagar, Khapuria, CNBT, Kalyan Nagar and Rajabagicha. It also provides access to major public institutions such as the Orissa…

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CM Mohan Charan Majhi Says India’s Gen Z Has ‘Strong Desire’ to Serve Nation, Lead India’s Future

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has said that India’s Gen Z has a strong desire to contribute to the country’s development and that the nation must align its future with the aspirations of the younger generation. Addressing the role of young Indians in shaping the country’s future, Majhi said Gen Z possesses the…

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Odisha Considers Census of LGBT Community, Reservation for Transgender Students

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is considering a comprehensive census of the LGBT community and exploring the introduction of reservation for transgender individuals in educational institutions as part of a broader effort to strengthen welfare and social inclusion. The proposals were discussed during a meeting of the State Transgender Welfare Board, where officials reviewed a range…

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Kendrapada Rasabali Featured in Centre’s GI Promotion Drive as India Targets 10,000 Registrations by 2030

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar, Aug. 6: Odisha’s iconic Kendrapada Rasabali has received a significant boost after being featured in the Union government’s initiative to strengthen India’s Geographical Indication (GI) ecosystem and promote traditional products on the global stage. The Centre has set an ambitious target of achieving 10,000 GI registrations by 2030, aiming to enhance exports, preserve cultural…

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Odisha to Upgrade ODRAF into State Disaster Response Force, Expand Capacity Across State

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has decided to designate the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) as the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) to strengthen the state’s disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities. The decision was taken during a review meeting chaired by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, where plans were discussed to enhance…

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Odisha Directs ‘Vande Mataram’ to Be Sung Before National Anthem at Official Functions and Schools

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has directed that ‘Vande Mataram’ be sung before the National Anthem, ‘Jana Gana Mana,’ at all government functions and in government as well as government-aided schools across the state. The directive follows guidelines issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on July 9. The School and Mass Education Department has…

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Odisha Makes 21-Day Advance Approval Mandatory for Officials’ Out-of-State Travel

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Bhubaneswar, July 28: The Odisha government has issued a new directive mandating prior approval for officials planning to travel outside the state or the country while away from their headquarters. Under the revised guidelines, officials must seek permission at least 21 days in advance before undertaking personal travel outside Odisha or abroad. Exceptions to the…

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Cockroach Janta Party Says Ready for Dialogue, Awaits Government Response

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Bhubaneswar: The Chief Spokesperson of the Cockroach Janta Party, Saurav Das, on Sunday said the administration had initiated efforts to open a dialogue with the government, adding that the party remains willing to engage in discussions despite the delay. Speaking to the media, Das said the administration had approached them for talks, but alleged that…

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Jajpur Tops Odisha in Reported Crimes Against Women; Five Districts Account for Highest Cases in 2025

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Bhubaneswar: Official data presented in the Odisha Legislative Assembly has identified the five districts that recorded the highest number of reported crimes against women in 2025. According to the figures placed before the House, Jajpur topped the list, followed by Ganjam, Khordha, Mayurbhanj, and Cuttack. The data has once again drawn attention to women’s safety…

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ANDHRA PRADESH ON COVID-19 ALERT AFTER 2 DEATHS, 8 ACTIVE CASES

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Bhubaneswar: The Andhra Pradesh government has issued a statewide COVID-19 alert after two recent deaths and the detection of eight active cases, mainly in YSR Kadapa and Annamayya districts. One patient from Rajampeta in Annamayya district died on July 7, while the second fatality was reported from Kadapa. In response, health authorities have resumed COVID-19…

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